What Is an Essential Question?
Students have to think critically to answer an essential question. Instead of simply looking up answers, they conduct research and create an original answer. An essential question:
provokes deep thought.
solicits information-gathering and evaluation of data.
results in an original answer.
helps students conduct problem-related research.
makes students produce original ideas rather than predetermined answers.
may not have an answer.
encourages critical thinking not just memorization of facts.
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Essential Questions
What Is an Essential Question?Students have to think critically to answer an essential question. Instead of simply looking up answers, they conduct research and create an original answer. An essential question:
- provokes deep thought.
- solicits information-gathering and evaluation of data.
- results in an original answer.
- helps students conduct problem-related research.
- makes students produce original ideas rather than predetermined answers.
- may not have an answer.
- encourages critical thinking not just memorization of facts.
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What Is an Essential Question?
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Graphic Organizers/Concept MapsThis web site is dedicated to the idea of concept maps, essential vocabulary, unit planning, and graphic organizers to ensure student success.
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